Sun Times in Fairfield
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fairfield?
Sunrise in Fairfield on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fairfield?
Sunset in Fairfield on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:07 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fairfield?
Morning golden hour in Fairfield ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Fairfield?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Fairfield there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fairfield?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fairfield at 1:12 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fairfield?
In Fairfield, sunset is at 8:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:51 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fairfield?
Twilight in Fairfield lasts approximately 104 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Fairfield?
The earliest sunrise in Fairfield in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fairfield?
The latest sunset in Fairfield in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fairfield?
After sunset at 8:07 PM in Fairfield, civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:51 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fairfield shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Fairfield
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fairfield on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:28 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 07m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:55 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:25 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 15m |
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